# 151 Simplifying Sacroiliac Dysfunction™

This course will give you an excellent understanding of the dynamics of the pelvic girdle and the many factors involved in understanding sacroiliac dysfunction. PowerPoint, video, and group activities including lab practice will reinforce learning. You will feel confident in assessing and treating the pelvic girdle by the end of this course due to the hands-on lab time. Case examples will be presented with diverse referring diagnoses (hip, groin, back pain, pelvic floor dysfunction, trauma) as well as diverse age groups. You will develop quick screening tools that are clinically applicable and a treatment approach for sacroiliac dysfunction that can be readily used “on Monday morning” after the course.

Objectives

Upon completion of this course, the participants will be able to:

1. Understand the dynamics of the pelvic girdle and what structures are commonly involved in dysfunction.2. Demonstrate an understanding of the current literature regarding diagnosis of sacroiliac joint dysfunction3. Differentiate among the numerous special tests to identify sacroiliac joint dysfunction and identify a cluster of at least 4 special tests supported in the literature and demonstrate skill at performing them.4. Identify a cluster of four tests used in the Pelvic Girdle Musculoskeletal Method (PGMM) and discuss the rationale/literature support for this cluster. Demonstrate skill at performing this cluster.5. Accurately identify and palpate critical bony landmarks, muscles and ligaments of the pelvic girdle6. Understand the rationale and practice instructing specific corrective exercises.7. Identify and know when to apply further interventions specific to findings, including stretching, dynamic lumber stabilization, trigger point and joint mobilization techniques.8. Know when to utilize orthotic supports (sacroiliac belts/heel lifts) and be able to instruct proper donning/wearing regimen.9. Understand the importance of specific patient education including the posture, body mechanics, and pain management/education.